COURSE CURRICULUM

The Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Healthcare Management at Avila University requires the completion of 120 credit hours, combining a strong business foundation with specialized healthcare management courses. Students must complete core liberal arts courses, including College Algebra (MA 120) and Principles of Microeconomics (EC 202), alongside the School of Business Core Requirements totaling 36 credit hours. These core courses include Accounting I and II, Business Communications, Legal Aspects of Business, Marketing, Management, Finance, Statistical and Quantitative Analysis, and a Business Capstone, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of business operations. The program also features 18 credit hours of healthcare-specific coursework, including Healthcare Policy and Managed Care, Healthcare for the Elderly, Financing the Healthcare Organization, Healthcare Marketing, Legal Aspects and Human Resources for Healthcare, and a Healthcare Capstone. These courses equip students with in-depth knowledge of healthcare systems, financial management, marketing strategies, and regulatory practices. To fulfill the degree, students complete at least 22 elective credit hours and demonstrate computer competency through EC 240 and EC 341. This program prepares graduates for administrative and leadership roles in hospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations, and related industries, blending essential business principles with the complexities of modern healthcare management.